A beginner-friendly lower body mobility exercise that primarily targets the inner thighs and hips while improving flexibility, reducing muscle tightness, and promoting better hip and groin mobility.
Exercise Details
Level
Beginner
Primary Skill
Flexibility
Required Equipment
Yoga Mat
Muscles
Primary
Quadriceps
Correct Form
1. Sit with the soles of your feet together. 2. Pull your heels close to your body, holding your feet together with your hands. 3. Lean forward, lengthening your spine and keeping your back as flat as possible. 4. Breathe deeply and try to deepen your stretch with each breath.
Common Mistakes
Don't round your back, keep it flat as you fold forward.
Pro Tips
1. Use your elbows to press your knees down, try to get the knees to the floor for a deeper stretch. 2. Moving your feet away from you makes it easier, bringing them closer to you makes it harder.
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Yoga Mat
